1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 259 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8424 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 670 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 913 Nm | 556 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |